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Moving Into Work | Deaf Unity

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Moving into work poster for event on 25th March, run by Deaf Unity. QR code to link https://deafunity.org/event/moving-into-work/

Event for deaf university students 📣

Join us for an in-person workshop in London focused on interview skills to prepare for the world of work.

📅 25th March
🕜1:30pm - 5pm
📍Institute of Education, University College London

Want to make a difference? Join us as a remote reception volunteer! Be the first point of contact via email, using your customer service skills. Commit 3-5 hours weekly. Ready to help? More info: https://f.mtr.cool/pvtoqijxhw #Volunteer #DeafCommunity

British Sign Language courses available for April 2026: Introduction to BSL (£150) and Level 1 BSL (£615). Sign up at www.deafunity.org.

Beginner BSL courses starting April 📣

Take the first step to learning British Sign Language with our online Introduction or accredited Level 1 courses. 

Register on our website - https://f.mtr.cool/cebplfueoe

✉️ bsl@deafunity.org

Poster for "Healthy Deaf Minds" event titled "Travelling as a deaf person." Features guest speakers Leah Francisco, Herbert Klein, and Nadia Nadarajah. Scheduled for 11 February 2026, from 6pm to 9pm, at the University of Westminster, London. Sponsored by Wilson James and organised by Deaf Unity.

Event reminder 📣

Our Healthy Deaf Minds event is next week! 

Last chance to book your free place - https://f.mtr.cool/fdjxtymqeo

This event is kindly sponsored by Wilson James 🙌

#DeafCommunity #HealthyDeafMinds

Tinnitus Week 2026: Understanding the invisible challenge in our community | Deaf Unity Tinnitus Week is an opportunity to spotlight a condition that affects millions of people worldwide, including a significant portion of the deaf community.

🔔 It's #TinnitusWeek! Tinnitus affects both deaf and hearing individuals uniquely. Learn more about these challenges and find support. Check out our article by Hearing Aid UK:

6 Tips for practicing British Sign Language | Deaf Unity We've put together some tips to help you learn British Sign Language. Remember that BSL is a language in its own right. Learning and becoming fluent takes time.

If you've started a British Sign Language course but need some tips to practice outside of the classroom, check out our latest article 👀👇

Introducing one of our wonderful BSL tutors, Mohsin, who has been teaching with Deaf Unity for five years.

Full interview on our website, link in bio 🔗

Deaf Unity Café Update ☕
After feedback from the community, the BSL café will now take place on the third Friday every month.
The next date is 20th February, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
📍Royal Festival Hall, Southbank Centre, London SE1 8XX

✉️ community@deafunity.org 

See you there!

Event for deaf university students 📣

Are you a deaf university student thinking about work after graduation?

Join our online workshop on 28 January at 10am. Delivered in Sign Supported English with live captions. 

Register your free place - link in bio 🔗

Healthy Deaf Minds London – Travelling as a deaf person | Deaf Unity Join us for Healthy Deaf Minds London on 11th February to explore experiences travelling. Featuring Nadia Nadarajah and Herbert Klein.

Register for your free ticket - https://f.mtr.cool/ehduibdifg

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Herbert Klein, a mental health professional, smiles while seated. He will be a presenter at HDM London.

Having recently returned from his trip for the Deaf Indonesian Project, Herbert Klein will be joining us at our next Healthy Deaf Minds event on 11th February. He will talk about his experiences and work relating to travel and mental health.

Healthy Deaf Minds London – Travelling as a deaf person | Deaf Unity Join us for Healthy Deaf Minds London on 11th February to explore experiences travelling. Featuring Nadia Nadarajah and Herbert Klein.

Register for your free ticket - https://f.mtr.cool/yqiuspdtlh

#DeafEvents #DeafCommunity

Nadia Nadarajah, an actress, presenter, and writer, stands confidently with arms crossed, in front of a wooden background.

Our next Healthy Deaf Minds event is on 11th February at 6pm 📣

The topic is Travelling as a deaf person. We're excited to hear from Nadia Nadarajah, actress, presenter and writer, who will be joining us to share her experiences.

Link below to register 👇

Are you a deaf university student thinking about work after graduation?

Join our online workshop on 28 January at 10am. Delivered in Sign Supported English with live captions. All is welcome.

Register here:https://f.mtr.cool/cknhhvoztu

Deaf Unity Cafe Volunteer | Deaf Unity

About you:
Fluent BSL user that can provide a welcoming environment for attendees. 

For more information in BSL and English, visit -

Volunteer Opportunity! Deaf Unity Cafe Volunteer in London. Commitment: Approx. 3 hours a month. Join the Deaf Unity team!

Volunteer role at Deaf Unity Cafe for fluent BSL users. Tasks include creating a welcoming environment and managing social media. Apply by sending a CV and BSL video to hello@deafunity.org.

New volunteer opportunity 📣

We are looking for a volunteer to host our Deaf Unity Cafe once a month in London.

Location: London
Commitment: approx. 3 hours a month

As cafe volunteer you will:
- Host the cafe once a month.
- Update and answer queries in the Facebook and Whatsapp groups

Healthy Deaf Minds London – Travelling as a deaf person | Deaf Unity Join us for Healthy Deaf Minds London on 11th February to explore experiences travelling. Featuring Nadia Nadarajah and Herbert Klein.

Register here:

Leah Francisco, a Deaf and LGBTQ+ activist and comedian, is featured as a presenter for HDM London.

Have you booked your free ticket to our next Healthy Deaf Minds event in February?

We're excited to welcome Leah Francisco to share her story of travelling and the impact it has on mental health. 

Link to register below  👇

#DeafCommunity

Jobs - Deaf Unity The Deaf Unity jobs board lists the latest opportunities from organisations that are committed to hiring more deaf people. Take a look at the latest roles.

📣 Explore roles & apply: https://deafunity.org/jobs/

✨ Organistations, list your jobs with us!

Find out more or get in touch: jobs@deafunity.org

#DeafJobs #DeafCommunity

Featured Jobs: Communications and Marketing Manager, Deaf Unity Cafe Volunteer in London, Projects Officer in Lincolnshire, Clinical Rehabilitation Assistant in Newcastle. Visit deafunity.org/jobs for more info.

🌟 Job Alert for the Deaf Community! 🌟

👉 Passionate about making a difference?

🟣Communications and Marketing Manager (Nottingham/Remote)
🟠Projects Officer (Lincolnshire)
🟣Clinic Rehabilitation Assistant (Newcastle)

Poster for all BSL courses led by Deaf Unity from Introduction to Level 6. Email bsl@deafunity.org or visit www.deafunity.org

Start the new year learning a new language 📣
Our next BSL courses start in January. Whether you're just starting out or wanting to continue your journey, we have a course for you. 
Sign up on our website 🌐
https://f.mtr.cool/ruhuywwlof

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Golden balloons spell "Happy New Year 2026" with stars and gift boxes on a dark glittery background. Text reads "From everyone at Deaf Unity".

From everyone here at Deaf Unity, we wish you all a very happy New Year! Here's to 2026 🥂

Thank you to everyone who has supported us and attended our events. We can't wait to see you again next year ✨

#DeafCommunity

Collage showcasing Deaf Unity's 2025 events for empowering deaf individuals, featuring workshops, presentations, and community gatherings.

As we approach the end of 2025, we're looking back at everything we've done and achieved! 

Some of the highlights include:

- Deaf Cafes
- 999BSL deaf lives event
- Healthy Deaf Minds event with Jeff McWhinney, Lucy Warnes and Joanna Wootten

A group of people poses in an office; text highlights new e-learning modules supported by JPMorgan Chase’s Force for Good Initiative.

Over the past couple of months, we've been working with JPMorgan Chase's Force for Good team to create something exciting! 

Read all about the project on our website, link in bio 🔗

Thank you to JPMorgan Chase's Force for Good team for all of the support ✨

Happy Holidays! 🎄

Our office will be closed from 22nd December - 5th January

We wish everyone an enjoyable festive time, and a happy new year! 🎆

Headshot of Damaris Cooke, Deaf Role Model of the Month for December, against a yellow background,

Our role model this month is Damaris Cooke. Damaris has won two bronze medals in football for GB at the Deaflympics! Now she works as Head of Relationships at SignVideo. Read on to find out about her journey up until this point... 🔗 link in bio

#DeafRoleModel #DeafCommunity

A group of diverse people smiling and waving inside a café. Text reads: "DEAF UNITY Café. Join us 12th December, Southbank Centre, Royal Festival Hall, 6:30pm - 8:30pm."

If you haven't been to one of our Deaf Café events and have been meaning to attend, or you haven't been for a while, we want to see you!

This Friday, 12th December, it's the LAST Deaf Cafe of 2025!🎄🎉

Come and celebrate with us! Everyone is always welcome.

Poster for all BSL courses led by Deaf Unity from Introduction to Level 6. Email bsl@deafunity.org or visit www.deafunity.org

It's almost time for our next British Sign Language course!

Is learning BSL among your 2026 goals? If you missed out on the September start dates, you can get ahead and sign up for our January! 

Get in touch for more information - link in bio 🔗

#LearnBSL